A man was charged Friday with transmitting a threat after he allegedly threatened to kill police officers at a St. Patrick's Day parade just outside of New York City. Ridon Kola's alleged online threats were made toward officers and the mayor of Yonkers, New York, who are set to participate in Yonkers' parade on Saturday, according to prosecutors. MORE: Biden welcomes Irish prime minister for St. Patrick's Day festivitiesKola lives around the end of the parade route, according to the complaint. A Yonkers city official said no changes will be made to Saturday's parade, though officers will be present to ensure everyone is safe. Man allegedly threatens to kill police officers at St. Patrick's Day parade originally appeared on abcnews.go.com

Source: ABC News March 18, 2023 00:10 UTC